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overcomplicate

/ˌoʊvərkəmˈplɪsɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does overcomplicate mean?

verb

To make something more complicated than it needs to be, often by adding unnecessary details or complexity.

Example

"The project's scope was overcomplicated by the team's attempt to include too many features."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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